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LR51 RZA

2001 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine993cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2001 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 46,103 miles on the clock, averaging 2,311 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.0 G10A engine is known for 1. head gasket failure (cooling system stress) and 2. cooling fan relay failure. Common Suzuki Swift issues include 1. rear suspension trailing arm bushes (all body styles) and 2. body rust.

MOT & Mileage History for LR51 RZA

MOT Status
Due date passed
46,103
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
2,311

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading46,103 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,053
Average per year2,311
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR51 RZA 23k29k35k40k46k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage46,103 miles
Since last MOT+8,053 miles
PASS
Mileage38,050 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,050 miles
Since last MOT+1,184 miles
PASS
Mileage36,866 miles
Since last MOT+848 miles
PASS
Mileage36,018 miles
Since last MOT+1,487 miles
PASS
Mileage34,531 miles
Since last MOT+1,320 miles
PASS
Mileage33,211 miles
Since last MOT+3,721 miles
PASS
Mileage29,490 miles
Since last MOT+1,307 miles
PASS
Mileage28,183 miles
Since last MOT+1,436 miles
PASS
Mileage26,747 miles
Since last MOT+1,385 miles
PASS
Mileage25,362 miles
Since last MOT+2,362 miles
PASS
Mileage23,000 miles

🔧 Reported issues for this Suzuki Swift

These are the most commonly reported problems on Suzuki Swift models (1984–2003), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

1. Rear suspension trailing arm bushes (all body styles)

Rubber bushes on rear trailing arms crack and split from age/UV/road salt. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (bushes £40/set, 2-3hrs labour indie garage).

2. Body rust – sills, wheel arches, jacking points (all body styles)

Thin factory galvanising fails, rust bubbles/perforates from UK winters/salt. · Typical repair: £400-£1,200 (patch panels/welding, depends on extent).

3. Door lock mechanisms/central locking (all body styles)

Plastic gears in locks wear/strip, barrels seize from dirt. · Typical repair: £80-£200 per door (new barrels/gears cheap, 1hr labour).

1. Head Gasket Failure (Cooling System Stress)

Head gasket fails after prolonged overheating events, typically allowing hot combustion gases to leak into the cooling system.[1]

2. Cooling Fan Relay Failure

Electric radiator fan stops operating, leaving the engine prone to overheating during acceleration or sustained driving.[1]

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 RZA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About LR51 RZA

What car is LR51 RZA?

LR51 RZA is an silver Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2001.

What is the mileage of LR51 RZA?

The last recorded mileage for LR51 RZA was 46,103 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR51 RZA passed its MOT?

LR51 RZA has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Aug 2016.

Is LR51 RZA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR51 RZA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LR51 RZA?

LR51 RZA is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.